Butternut

Other Common Names/Trade Names: NoneScientific Name: Juglans cinereaBest Single Characteristic for Identification: Light brown color, slight nutty taste and smell, semi-ring porous.Uses: Limited use for cabinets and lumber due to softness of wood. Can be stained to look like black walnut.General Natural Range: Minnesota to Southern Quebec and Maine. South to Arkansas and Alabama.Identical or Nearly Identical Species: NoneOther Species Easily Confused With: Black WalnutMeans of Distinguishing Similar Species : Butternut is much softer and lighter in color than black walnut.